The latest national data on people affected by homelessness shows an increasing number of Australians are falling through the cracks. In the last five years alone, an additional 50,000 people have sought help.

Rural health experts are calling for more government support to deal with prescription drug abuse in regional areas. The latest analysis of drug use has found opioid abuse remains a serious issue in country Australia.

The financial intelligence agency AUSTRAC is expected to hit the Commonwealth Bank with a hundred additional allegations relating to breaches of anti-money laundering and counter terrorism financing laws.

The latest national data on people affected by homelessness shows an increasing number of Australians are falling through the cracks. In the last five years alone, an additional 50,000 people have sought help.

Paul McCartney is about to start a rare Australian tour. The 75-year-old's first tour down under in more than 20 years is to start in Perth. McCartney has admitted he's amazed his career has lasted this long.